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The Queen
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An intimate, moving portrait of Queen Elizabeth and Tony Blair following the untimely death of Princess Diana. The Queen's restrained reaction causes a public relations debacle that Prime Minister Blair must defuse. The two struggle to reach a compromise between what was a private tragedy for the Royal
… More »An intimate, moving portrait of Queen Elizabeth and Tony Blair following the untimely death of Princess Diana. The Queen's restrained reaction causes a public relations debacle that Prime Minister Blair must defuse. The two struggle to reach a compromise between what was a private tragedy for the Royal family and the public's demand for an open display of mourning.
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Add a SummaryThis movie follows the life of the Royal Family dealing with the personal struggles with the death of Princess Diana. Newly elected Prime Minister Tony Blair struggles to reach a compromise with the Queen about what course of action to follow after the death.
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Add a Quote(Opening Statement) "Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown." Henry IV, Part II
Tony Blair: ...I believe the moment for statements has passed. I would suggest flying the flag at half-mast above Buckingham Palace... and... coming down to London at the earliest opportunity. It would be a great comfort to your people... and would help them with their grief. HM Queen Elizabeth II: THEIR grief? If you imagine I'm going to drop everything and come down to London before I attend to my grandchildren who've just lost their mother... then you're mistaken. I doubt there is anyone who knows the British people more than I do, Mr. Blair, nor who has greater faith in their wisdom and judgement. And it is my belief that they will any moment reject this... this "mood", which is being stirred up by the press, in favor of a period of restrained grief, and sober, private mourning. That's the way we do things in this country, quietly, with dignity. That's what the rest of the world has always admired us for.
"It is my duty to serve my people first, then myself."
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Add a CommentBest Actress Dame Helen Mirren delivers an extraordinary performance, and bears a remarkable resemblance to Queen Elizabeth II. I found this peek behind The Royal Family's prim and proper palatial walls captivating. It evoked a little empathy from me for The Queen's isolated and lonely position. A position she never asked for, has held for six decades (!) (as of 2012) through unimaginable world crises, admirably, "quietly, and with dignity". I had also forgotten somewhat what an attractive woman Princess Diana was. So sad. What an incredible tribute from her admirers. A terrific piece of work from screenwriter Peter Morgan. Nice job by Michael Sheen, as well. FIVE STARS.
I saw the movie and I had liked it this is based on a true story not for children to watch
Great movie...excellent job Helen Mirren! Definatly worth seeing. I found it completely absorbing from start to finish.
Helen Mirren is always good. Interesting behind the scenes movie.
This wasn't exactly what I thought it was. The focus was more on how the royal family handled Princess Di's death than about the Queen. I was disappointed.
Really good. Acting by the 2 lead actors (Queen and Prime Minister) was very good.
This move was very good! It provided an insight into the Royal Family.
Nominated for best movie Oscar, best musical score, best original screenplay and best director. Won best actress (Helen Mirren).
Remarkable!
A tour de force acting job by Helen Mirren.